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Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter 19531953 Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter specifications, pictures, reviews and rating |
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| General information | |
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| Model | Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter |
| Year | 1953 |
| Category | Allround |
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| Engine and transmission | |
| Displacement | 497.0 ccm (30.33 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Power | 24.0 HP (17.5 kW)) @ 6000 RPM |
| Compression | 6.0:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 81.0 x 95.0 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal monoblock |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Lubrication system | Dry sump with dual plunger pumps |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Gearbox | 4-speed |
| Transmission type | Chain (final drive) |
| Clutch | Dry |
| Driveline | Burman |
| Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels | |
| Frame type | Semi double cradle |
| Front suspension | Grider forks |
| Rear suspension | Rigid |
| Front tire | 3.00-20 |
| Rear tire | 3.25-19 |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter | 178 mm (7.0 inches) |
| Wheels | Dunlop tyres. |
| Seat | Solo seat with springs |
| Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 170.1 kg (375.0 pounds) |
| Overall length | 2180 mm (85.8 inches) |
| Overall width | 640 mm (25.2 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm (5.5 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 1422 mm (56.0 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons) |
| Oil capacity | 3.40 litres (3.59 US quarts) |
| Other specifications | |
| Color options | Dark red with gold stripes |
| Starter | Kick |
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| Further information | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids. filters, maintenance tools and service manuals at Amazon.com. |
| Ask questions | Join the 53 Ariel VH 500 Red Hunter discussion group or the general Ariel discussion group. |
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